What is the average cost of housing in Sweden?
If you are thinking about moving to Sweden, cost of living in probably a key consideration. Expats commented about the cost of housing...
"The average cost of housing in Sweden is generally quite high, with prices varying depending on the location and type of property. In general, renting a one-bedroom apartment in a city center can cost around 10,000 SEK (1,000 EUR) per month, while a three-bedroom apartment in a suburban area can cost around 8,000 SEK (800 EUR) per month. Buying a property in Sweden can be even more expensive, with prices ranging from around 2 million SEK (200,000 EUR) for a small apartment to over 10 million SEK (1 million EUR) for a large house," said another expat in Sweden.
"Higher than where I'm from in the US. We paid like 7000 sek for our flat and it was TINY," wrote a member who made the move to Goteborg, Sweden.

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What is the average cost of housing in Sweden?
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